Dental For Kids

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is a Commonwealth Government funded scheme that provides eligible children with financial assistance. It covers up to $1,132 over 2 calendar years for basic dental services under CDBS. The cap amount is indexed yearly on 1 January. The services they will cover include:

  • check-ups
  • X-rays
  • cleaning
  • fissure sealing
  • fillings
  • root canals
  • extractions

To check your eligibility, please bring your Medicare card showing your child’s details to your next appointment.

Who can get it?

You don’t need to apply or register for CDBS. If your child is eligible Centerlink will send you a letter.Your child can get CDBS when all of the following applies:

  • they're eligible for Medicare
  • they're between 0 and 17 years old for at least one day that calendar year
  • you or they get an eligible payment at least once that calendar year

You can be either the child’s:

  • parent or guardian
  • approved care organisation

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